2019 Honda CR-V vs 2020 Lexus RX

CarGurus experts rate the 2019 Honda CR-V as 9 out of 10 and the 2020 Lexus RX as 8 out of 10. The 2019 Honda CR-V offers four trim levels—LX, EX, EX-L, Touring—each equipped with front-wheel drive (FWD) or all-wheel drive (AWD). The CR-V LX comes with standard 17-inch aluminum wheels, while higher trim levels feature body-color trim, bigger 18-inch wheels, and rear privacy glass. The interior exudes quality, with an abundance of hard plastic that doesn’t look or feel cheap. The 2020 Lexus RX has been refreshed, featuring standard 18-inch wheels, slimmer headlights, and L-shaped taillights. The SUV’s grille has been altered to look more like the face on Lexus cars, and the cabin offers a number of interior colors and material combinations. The RX F Sport appearance package adds unique features and 20-inch wheels.

CarGurus experts rate the 2019 Honda CR-V 7 out of 10 and the 2020 Lexus RX 9 out of 10. The CR-V offers a 2.4-liter 4-cylinder engine in the LX trim and a turbocharged 1.5-liter 4-cylinder engine in higher trims. The CR-V’s driving dynamics impress, with a connected and composed ride combined with capable and confident handling. The 2020 Lexus RX is powered by a 3.5-liter V6 engine, achieving 295 horsepower and 267 pound-feet of torque. The RX 450h hybrid model pairs the V6 with an electric motor to achieve 308 horsepower and 247 pound-feet of torque. The RX offers good fuel economy, especially in the hybrid model.

CarGurus experts rate the 2019 Honda CR-V 9 out of 10 and the 2020 Lexus RX 8 out of 10. The Honda CR-V offers plenty of room for people and storage space, with 39.2 cubic feet of cargo space behind the back seat and 75.8 cu-ft of cargo with the rear seats folded down. The 2020 Lexus RX interior is suitably wide and tall, providing comfortable seating for four adults in the two-row model. However, the cargo area is smaller than some rivals, and the RX 350L and 450hL have less cargo space than the competition.

CarGurus experts rate the 2019 Honda CR-V 7 out of 10 and the 2020 Lexus RX 7 out of 10. The CR-V features a long list of infotainment upgrades, driver-assistance features, and collision-avoidance systems. The Lexus RX comes standard with Apple CarPlay, Amazon Alexa, Android Auto, and other integrated functionalities, making it more accommodating to user requests.

CarGurus experts rate the 2019 Honda CR-V 8 out of 10 and the 2020 Lexus RX 8 out of 10. The Honda CR-V comes with Honda Sensing, a suite of advanced safety features, standard on all trims except for the LX. The 2020 Lexus RX comes with a good roster of standard safety equipment called Lexus Safety System+ 2.0, with additional enhancements for the 2020 model year.

CarGurus experts rate the 2019 Honda CR-V 8 out of 10 and the 2020 Lexus RX 9 out of 10. The 2019 Honda CR-V offered competitive lease deals when new, making it a good value for its quality and utility. The 2020 Lexus RX was priced competitively within its segment, offering luxury-level appointments and comfort.